The Power of Myth

Season 1 Episode 1: The Hero's Adventure

Long before medieval knights charge off to slay dragons, tales of heroic adventures were an integral part of all world cultures. Campbell challenges everyone to see the presence of a heroic journey in his or her life. About Campbell, hero types, hero deeds, Jesus Christ, the Buddha, Krishna, movie heroes, Star Wars as a metaphor, an Iroquois story: the refusal of suitors, dragons, dreams and Jungian psychology, “follow your bliss,” consciousness in plants, Gaia, Chartres cathedral, spirituality vs. economics, emerging myths, “Earthrise” as a symbol.

Genre:

Documentary

Seasons:

1

Episodes:

6

Cast:

Joseph Campbell, Bill Moyers

Quality:

HD

Duration:

58 min

First Air:

1988

Rating:

7.1